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starched

The correct spelling is starched.

How to pronounce starched

verb

Say it like: Sta-rch-ed

The correct spelling is starched. To apply or treat with laundry starch, to create a hard, smooth surface. For example: "She starched her blouses."

Usage Examples

She starched her blouses.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To apply or treat with laundry starch, to create a hard, smooth surface.

adjective

  1. 1.Of a garment: having had starch applied.
  2. 2.Stiff, formal, rigid; prim and proper.

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